From the Alps to the Waves: Turin and a Private Mini-Cruise

Turin and a private mini-cruise: an exclusive 8-day experience that celebrates the best of northern Italy, combining the urban sophistication of a historic capital with the peaceful relaxation of cruising the Ligurian Sea.

Part I: Turin, Savoyard Elegance, July 5–9

The first few days are spent exploring Turin, a city with a subtle, regal charm. You’ll stroll beneath 18 kilometers of monumental arcades, admiring the historic cafés that witnessed the birth of Italy.

• Culture and History: A full day of private guided tours to discover the charm of this unique city: visit the Royal Museums, Venaria Reale, or delve into the mysteries of the Egyptian Museum. Two museums of your choice are included in the package!
• Flavors: Try the artisanal chocolate and locally sourced specialties, and enjoy a traditional dinner at one of our selected restaurants.
• Atmosphere: You’ll have time to explore the city at a leisurely pace, from the views at Superga to the city’s most creative neighborhoods.
• Stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel with breakfast included.

Part II: The Great Sea from Imperia, July 9–12

The journey continues to the Riviera dei Fiori. Waiting for you at the port of Santo Stefano al Mare (Imperia) will be Aldebaran, a 16-meter sailboat, which will be your floating home for the remaining four nights.

• Exclusive Cruise: Let yourself be lulled by the waves as the azure Ligurian coastline reveals its colorful villages from a privileged vantage point.
• Freedom and Relaxation: Anchoring in coves, sunset aperitifs on deck, and the pleasure of waking up every morning in a different bay, surrounded by Mediterranean scrub and the deep blue sea.

The Experience: ALDEBARAN is much more than a sailboat—it’s a 15-meter floating retreat where every detail has been designed to create unforgettable moments. An elegant teak cockpit welcomes guests, while the carefully designed layout offers a perfect balance between relaxation and socializing.

Imagine lunches and dinners surrounded by ocean views, with the option to choose between the intimacy of the indoor dining area and the magic of the outdoors, all accompanied by good music playing over the sound system.

• 6 guest berths
• 2 crew berths
• 4 cabins
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 2.5-meter tender with an outboard motor

Onboard amenities: towels, sheets, basic provisions.

The perfect contrast: The solidity of Turin’s stone blending into the fluidity of the Mediterranean. A journey for those who don’t want to choose between culture and relaxation, but demand excellence from both.

We can arrange transportation to your destination (plane, train, bus, car…) or any other custom arrangements you may need—please contact us!

Life on Board

All participants are expected to pitch in with daily chores, such as grocery shopping, cooking, washing dishes, and cleaning their cabins and the common areas—all in a spirit of harmony and generally without needing to be told what to do.

The boat’s cramped quarters make it essential to have a bit of team spirit and the ability to adapt, but all of this fosters camaraderie and a friendly atmosphere.

Accommodations on board consist of compact double cabins.

A Typical Day
Generally speaking, if the distance to be covered allows it, we sail for a few hours in the morning and a few hours in the afternoon, stopping at anchor to have lunch and relax.
In other cases, if the route is longer or involves sailing between islands, we sail from morning until afternoon and have lunch while underway.
In the evening, we preferably anchor in the bay: nothing is more enchanting than an aperitif in the bay at sunset, the spectacle of a starry sky, or a dip in the water upon waking up in the morning! Often, one night midweek is spent in a harbor, usually in a charming town worth visiting.
The boats are equipped with a tender and stand-up paddleboards, allowing you to go ashore even when anchored in the bay.